John Calvin

by: Isaac, Justin, Shae-Lynn, and Crystal

John Calvin

by: Isaac, Justin, Shae-Lynn, and Crystal

Personal History

Calvin's early education was at a local school, and perhaps also in the company of the youth of the local high noble family that controlled the office of prince-bishop and several other ecclesiastical positions.

Where he's from

He was born in Noyon, Picardy, a town under the rule of the prince-bishop but one that also retained a medieval communal tradition.

Interesting facts

Son of a lawyer.

Developed a love for scholarships and literature.

Why is he famous

Best known for his doctrine of preplestination and his theocratic view of the state.

John Calvin is the author of the most famous theological book ever published, called Calvin's Institutes of the Christian Religion.

Impact on Reformation

He became an important spiritual and political leader.

Calvin used Protestant principles to establish a religious government; and in 1555, he was given absolute supremacy as leader in Geneva.